Calkins: The James Wiseman era ends in wistfulness and regret
The James Wiseman era at the University of Memphis is over. It ended not with a Sweet 16, not with a Final Four, but with an Instagram post.
James Wiseman leaves Memphis, will prepare for NBA Draft
James Wiseman will sign with an agent and prepare for the NBA Draft, according to his Instagram account.
Wiseman’s decision to leave is to his financial benefit
James Wiseman's decision to leave Memphis will be much to his financial benefit and the detriment of the Tigers.
Isaac Hayes to receive Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
Pioneer of orchestral soul Isaac Hayes will be honored at the Grammys 2020 Special Merit ceremony with a Lifetime Achievement Award, along with John Prine, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Chicago and Public Enemy.
Google to open operations center near Memphis
Google announced Thursday that it will hire 350 people for a new operations center in Northwest Mississippi.
St. Jude uses test to predict infection before symptoms occur
In 75% of the cases, the test predicted an infection before the child showed symptoms, according to St. Jude research.
Memphis has paid $1 million in attorney fees in consent decree lawsuit
The City of Memphis has paid $1 million to Baker Donelson law firm in attorney fees to defend the city in a 2017 consent decree lawsuit.
Bloomberg says presidential race is referendum on impeachment
Democratic presidential contender Michael Bloomberg drew a crowd of 150 at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Thursday in his first campaign stop in the city.
Belly Acres begins expansion with a new restaurant in Regalia
Belly Acres’ new owner is opening a second location in East Memphis and plans to expand the brand regionally.
Three 6 Mafia, Lil’ Wayne, The Lumineers to appear at BSMF 2020
Mavis Staples and Young Dolph, both with Memphis connections, also are on the music festival lineup.
Metro
Man shot by Task Force officers charged with attempted murder
The man was shot during a police pursuit after allegedly shooting someone while robbing a nearby business.
Premium Public Safety Marshals Service releases new immigration arrest totals
City of Memphis Memphis politicians, state tussle in Nashville court
Public Safety Second inmate in a week dies at 201 Poplar
Business
Michelin’s Southern debut: Memphis restaurants recognized at historic ceremony
Michelin held its first-ever awards ceremony dedicated to the American South. When the stars were finally revealed, Memphis made its mark. 5 Memphis restaurants recognized in Michelin’s American South guideRelated content:
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Premium Business Chef Jimmy Gentry takes no-nonsense path to Michelin stage
Premium Business ‘Pinch me,’ says Felicia Suzanne’s chef/owner, on Michelin recognition
Sports
Grizzlies coach says discussions with Morant to remain ‘internal’
Tuomas Iisalo said he “won’t be discussing any details,” when asked specifically what happened on Friday that preceded Ja Morant’s suspension.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: These Grizzlies need patience. Does a ‘joy’-less Ja Morant have any to give?
Sports Henderson’s late goal moves Tigers women’s soccer into semifinals
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis quarterback Brendon Lewis had a ‘great practice’ Monday
Food
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Suburbs
‘A rising tide lifts all boats': Local vet has a vision for Collierville Square
“If I’m going to contribute to the health of Collierville, it starts at the square,” Hank Wright said. “It’s town central.”
Arts & Culture
From ‘Southside Doublewide’ to ‘Cuffing Season,’ 5 must-see November concerts
Homegrown Booker T. Jones, rock singer-songwriter Jeff Tweedy, two-time Grammy-winning jazz instrumentalist Marcus Miller and more musicians come to Memphis this month.
Opinion
Echols: How well do you know Memphis? Here’s a photo quiz to test your knowledge.
Can you name the neighborhood in which these places are found? The street? How many of these spots make you think of some other memory?
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Ja Morant serves suspension. What is next?
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington recap and review the situation that led to star point guard Ja Morant’s one-game suspension.
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Camino de Santiago
Today’s photo is courtesy of Billy Bryan as he celebrates his Camino completion at the cathedral in Santiago de Compostela.